Gideon Mantell Collection

1838 Mantells Geological Strata Section
An idealised geological section drawn by Gideon Mantell to accompany his book " Wonders of Geology" 1838. It shows the nomenclature in use during the early part of the nineteenth century

Gideon Mantell and iguanodon
Gideon Mantell (3 February 1790 - 10 November 1852). Gideon Mantell was a local doctor whose interest in fossils lead to his 1822 discovery near his home in Lewes of the first Iguanodon fossils

1838 Frontis Mantell Wonders of Geology 1838 Frontis Mantell Wonders of Geology
Frontis for Gideon Mantells popular book " Wonders of Geology" (1838) which did much to popularise geology during victorian times

1838 Maidstone Iguanodon Mantell piece a
The famous Mantell piece, a rock slab containing the most complete set of articulated dinosaur bones discovered up to that time - those of an iguanodon found in Maidstone, Kent

1833 Gideon Mantell Tilgate dinosaurs
" Strata of Tilgate Forest in Surrey" showing Gideon Mantell (seated) while two workmen excavate a partly exposed fossil (spine of Iguanodon?)

Illustration of 19th century paleontologist Gideon Mantell standing in front of audience, holding and pointing at fossil of Iguanodon tooth

Iguanodon dinosaur, fossil teeth C016 / 4899
Iguanodon dinosaur, fossil teeth. These are the original fossils found in 1822 by British palaeontologist Gideon Mantell (1790-1852)) and his wife

Iguanodon reconstruction by Gideon Mantell

Iguanodon teeth
Some original Iguanodon teeth found by Dr. and Mrs. Mantell. The tooth on the right is 5.3cm long as preserved. Iguanodon was a large plant eater with cheek teeth for grinding vegetation

1851 Simple Tools of Victorian Geology
Appearing in Gideon Mantells " Petrifactions and their Teachings" published by Henry Bohn at Covent Gardens, London

1851 Takahe Mantells Petrifactions book
The frontis to Gideon Mantells 1851 book, " Petrifactions and their Teachings - a handbook to the gallery of organic remains at the British Museum"

1822 Gideon Mantell Letter Castle Place
A letter from Gideon Mantell shortly after his discovery of Iguanodon - then only the second dinosaur discovery, and before the announcement of the first Megalosaurus by William Buckland

1886 Flammarions Iguanodon dinosaur
From Flammarions " Le Monde avant la Creation de l Homme". This is the first dinosaur (Iguanodon) reconstruction to put them in modern context to reveal their size

1833 Iguanodon mistaken spike horn fossil
From Mantell 1833. Accompanying legend reads: the " Horn of the Iguanodon" (3) and " The Claw or unguical bone of an Iguanodon" (1) with

1860 Duncans prehistoric epoch panorama
Tinted lithograph (colour enhanced version) by W.R. Woods appearing as the frontis to Isabella Duncans " Pre-Adamite Man"

1833 Hylaeosaurus dinosaur discovery crop
First engraving of Gideon Mantells Hylaeosaurus discovery in the Tilgate forest quarry of the Weald. It represents only the third dinosaur to be discovered and named. Drawn & lithographed by F

1851 Dinornis Moa Skull discovery
Skull of Moa or Dinornis discovered by Mr. Walter Mantell in.the North Island of New Zealand. Plate with later tinting, from Gideom Mantells petrifactions and their teachings (1851)

Gideon Mantell, palaeontologist
Gideon Mantell (3 February 1790 - 10 November 1852). Gideon Mantell was a local doctor whose interest in fossils lead to his 1822 discovery near his home in Lewes of the first Iguanodon fossils

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Gideon Mantell: Unraveling the Mysteries of Prehistoric Giants Step into the world of 19th-century paleontology with Gideon Mantell, a pioneering figure whose contributions revolutionized our understanding of prehistoric life. In 1838, Mantell unveiled his groundbreaking Geological Strata Section, showcasing the intricate layers that compose our Earth's history. One of Mantell's most remarkable discoveries was his encounter with the mighty Iguanodon. This herbivorous dinosaur captured his imagination and became a focal point in his research. The iconic image of him standing proudly before an audience, holding and pointing at an Iguanodon tooth fossil, epitomizes his passion for uncovering ancient secrets. Mantell's fascination with Iguanodon led to numerous significant findings. His meticulous illustrations and reconstructions brought this magnificent creature back to life on paper, allowing us to visualize its immense size and unique features. His work not only expanded our knowledge but also ignited public interest in dinosaurs like never before. The Maidstone Iguanodon piece from 1838 stands as a testament to Mantell's dedication. It showcases how he meticulously studied these fossils found in Tilgate, piecing together their anatomy like solving a complex puzzle. Through this process, he revealed astonishing details about their teeth – sharp and robust structures that played a crucial role in their herbivorous diet. Mantell's relentless pursuit extended beyond mere scientific inquiry; it was driven by an insatiable curiosity about Earth's past inhabitants. He recognized the importance of sharing knowledge through publications such as "Wonders of Geology, " which featured captivating frontispieces depicting scenes from prehistoric times. Today, we continue to marvel at Mantell's legacy as we study Iguanodon teeth – relics that connect us directly to these ancient giants who once roamed our planet millions of years ago.